2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C5 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
